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Best Chennai hostels

These are the best prices for Sep 23 - 30.
Elements Hostel - Chennai
Elements Hostel
Chennai, TN, India
8.5Very good(78)
Free Wi-Fi
$29+
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Hostel Gandhi - Chennai
Hostel Gandhi
Chennai, TN, India
8.5Very good(450)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$15+
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The Loft Omr - Chennai
The Loft Omr
Chennai, TN, India
7.5Good(12)
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Free Wi-Fi
$9+
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Wishtree Corporate Mens Only Dormitory for Techies And Trainees - Chennai
Wishtree Corporate Mens Only Dormitory for Techies And Trainees
Chennai, TN, India
6.6Okay(73)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$9+
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The Sheltor - Chennai
The Sheltor
Chennai, TN, India
7.6Good(100)
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Free Wi-Fi
$6+
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Hostel Madras Backpacker's - Chennai
Hostel Madras Backpacker's
Chennai, TN, India
8.1Very good(56)
Free Wi-Fi
$6+
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Pocoyo - Backpackers Hostel - Omr - Chennai
Pocoyo - Backpackers Hostel - Omr
Chennai, TN, India
7.9Good(21)
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Free Wi-Fi
$9+
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Redlollipop Hostel - Chennai
Redlollipop Hostel
Chennai, TN, India
8.9Very good(398)
Free Wi-Fi
$17+
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Hostel11 Elliot's Beach - Chennai
Hostel11 Elliot's Beach
Chennai, TN, India
9.3Wonderful(118)
Free Wi-Fi
$27+
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Connect Backpackers Hostel - Chennai
Connect Backpackers Hostel
Chennai, TN, India
9.1Wonderful(16)
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Free Wi-Fi
$12+
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Rayzen Stays & Backpackers Hostel - Chennai
Rayzen Stays & Backpackers Hostel
Chennai, TN, India
8.1Very good(3)
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Free Wi-Fi
$22+
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The Circle Hostel - Velachery, Chennai - Chennai
The Circle Hostel - Velachery, Chennai
Chennai, TN, India
9.4Wonderful(5)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$23+
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Msvnative Home Stay Near Airport - Chennai
Msvnative Home Stay Near Airport
Chennai, TN, India
9.5Wonderful(6)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$16+
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JK Guest house and dormitory - Chennai
JK Guest house and dormitory
Chennai, TN, India
Free Wi-Fi
$11+
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Murthy Surf School - Covelong
Murthy Surf School
Covelong, TN, India
10Wonderful(2)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$33+
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Ardenwood - Semmanjeri
Ardenwood
Semmanjeri, TN, India
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$29+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Chennai

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Chennai with confidence.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Chennai?

Monday offers the lowest rates in Chennai, with an average nightly price of $6/night. The highest prices are found on Tuesday, with average rates at $21/night.

How much is a hostel in Chennai for tonight?

The cheapest deal for a hostel in Chennai found by KAYAK users in the last 5 days was $4.

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Good to know

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

June
May
$16
$7
Cheapest month to stay with an average 41% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 74% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Chennai hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Chennai, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Chennai in May and July.
  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Chennai if you stay on a Monday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Tuesday.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Chennai for 1 day.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Chennai

  • How much is a hostel in Chennai for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Chennai in the last 3 hours was $7 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was $4. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is $4.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Chennai?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Chennai is $6 compared to $70 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Chennai?

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